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Horizon Zero Dawn: The Board Game

Steamforged Games Ltd. · Board game · 2020
8.4 Ludopedia
6.9 BoardGameGeek
1–4 · best 4
Solo
60–90 min
Weight 2.7/5
Year 2020
Minimum age 12+
Buy · from US$ 75.99
8.4 rating Ludopedia
6.9 rating BoardGameGeek
Buy · from US$ 75.99
Our Verdict
FOR GENRE FANS

Fans of the original game and tactical combat with a dash of betrayal will love this. The Horizon world immersion is spot-on!

Highlights
  • Gorgeous machine miniatures
  • Deep hunter customization
  • High replayability with random events
Keep in mind
  • Requires homemade translation
  • Slow first playthroughs
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About the game

What you do in a play session

Horizon Zero Dawn: The Board Game throws you straight into the machine-infested post-apocalyptic world of the original game. You and up to three friends (or just yourself in solo mode) become hunters from different tribes, each with unique abilities. Each mission pits you against dangerous machines as you manage resources and cards to survive—with a brutal boss waiting at the end. The cool part? Every game feels fresh thanks to customizable hunters, upgradeable gear, and random encounters. It's semi-cooperative, so watch out for your friends' 'help'—they might have secret agendas!

Rules videos

Learn by watching before you open the box

3 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players
1 REC
2 BEST
3 REC
4 BEST

Soundtrack

Ambience suggested by Melodice

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Mechanics

Action Points Deck, Bag, and Pool Building Hand Management Semi-Cooperative Game Solo / Solitaire Game

Categories

Fighting Science Fiction Video Game Theme

Families

Components: Miniatures Crowdfunding: Kickstarter Theme: Post-Apocalyptic
Publisher Steamforged Games Ltd.
Designer Sherwin Matthews
Artist Doug Telford, Guerrilla Miniature Games Art Deptartment, Thomas Lishman

Community

Data from BoardGameGeek

2,921owners
603wishlist
40want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

5 questions
Is there a solo mode?
Yes! It has a solid solo mode where you control up to 4 hunters against the machines.
Do I need to know the video game?
Nope, but fans will spot tons of references. The tutorial explains everything clearly.
How long does a game take?
About 1-1.5 hours, though first games might run longer while learning.
Do miniatures need assembly?
Some machines come in parts to snap together — no glue needed, super easy.
Is it too complex for board game newbies?
Mid-weight — not the simplest, but the rulebook explains well. Best with 2-3 players first.

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